After Capcom introduced a brand new Okami, directed by Hideki Kamiya and developed by the newly shaped Clovers, there’s been no scarcity of questions. Whereas the corporate confirmed its growth on RE Engine, producer Yoshiaki Hirabayashi additionally revealed to IGN that the story is a continuation of the unique sport.
Additionally, its protagonist, Amaterasu, is certainly returning. It might appear apparent within the trailer, however contemplating Okamiden featured her son Chibiterasu, there could have been some doubt. As for whether or not the 2010 Nintendo DS follow-up will probably be acknowledged, Hirabayashi stated, “We all know that there are followers on the market that like the sport, in fact.
“And we additionally know the suggestions on the sport on the market, of how the story was taken and the way maybe elements of the story weren’t aligning with what individuals had been anticipating. With that, we even have the sequel now that, as we defined earlier than, is a continuation of the story of the unique base Ōkami. That’s how we’re going to phrase it.”
This roughly confirms that the sequel will give attention to Amaterasu, however Okamiden’s characters might nonetheless be referenced. Time will inform, however will probably be a protracted wait, because the sequel is in “very, very” early growth. “It would take a bit of little bit of time earlier than we discuss once more,” stated Hirabayashi.
The subsequent Okami title was revealed at The Sport Awards over 18 years after the unique launched on PlayStation 2. A launch window and platforms have but to be confirmed.
